US PACOM's executive agent for DoW's support to law enforcement for counterdrug and drug-related activities
Camp H. M. Smith, Hawaii
Joined March 2015
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#JIATFWest Director, Rear Adm. Ben Golightly met with Maj. Gen. Lance Okamura, Deputy Commanding General for @USARPAC - Homeland Affairs to strengthen collaboration with their teams supporting coordinated operations and investments across the #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific.
#JIATFWest Chief of Staff, U.S. Navy Capt. Dan Jones and Command Master Chief Josh Ewing, met with professional staff members on the Senate Armed Services Committee - Subcommittee on Personnel with discussions focused on the current threat environment and future mission sets.
Congratulations to newly promoted U.S. Navy Cmdr. Heather Lee! Capt. George Howell, former #JIATFWest Director, presided over the ceremony and joined her partner in pinning on her new rank overlooking the USS Arizona Memorial.
JIATF West retweeted
For 251 years, America’s Navy has projected American power and defended our nation’s freedom.
Our sailors stand ready to FIGHT AND WIN.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY @USNAVY
#JIATFWest Director, Rear Adm. Ben Golightly hosted Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Security Cooperation, Mr. Christopher Mamaux for discussions focused on the task force's security cooperation portfolio and our shared commitment to #SecurityCooperation in the #IndoPacific.
#JIATFWest hosted Mr. Tony Greubel, U.S. State Department’s Office Director for the Office of 🇦🇺, 🇳🇿 , and Pacific Islands in the @USAsiaPacific Discussions were fruitful in highlighting the task force's #Oceania portfolio and the work protecting the #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific.
#JIATFWest leadership met with Dr. Ruth Perry, Acting Principal Deputy for Oceans, Fisheries, and Polar Affairs, U.S. State Department @EconAtState Discussions focused on drug trends in the region and operational successes that secure the #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific.
#JIATFWest Director, Rear Adm. Ben Golightly met w/ HSI's Honolulu, Washington, D.C., Homeland Security Task Force, and international offices. The teams collaborated on ways to strengthen joint law enforcement partnerships across the region protecting the #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific.
#JIATFWest hosted Vice Adm. Daniel Munoz, Commander of Naval Operations @Armada_Chile 🇨🇱. Discussions focused on shared interests in #DrugTrafficking and the #CounterDrug mission. 🤝Partner nations working together to ensure a #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific.
#JIATFWest is #HIRINGNOW
We are currently looking for an Intelligence Specialist (GG-13) to join the team in
📍Washington, D.C.
Send this listing to someone who might be a good fit!
Apply at: usajobs.gov/job/885316400
Deadline: 10/01/2026
#JIATFWest is #HIRINGNOW
We are currently looking for an Management Analyst (GG-13) to join the team.
Send this listing to someone who might be a good fit!
Apply at: usajobs.gov/job/885006600
Deadline: 09/24/2026
#JIATFWest w/@USEmbassySuva facilitated an @IRS_CI Financial Investigative Techniques Course in 🇫🇯. Dedicated officers from 🇫🇯 Revenue & Customs, Police Force, & Ministry of Immigration enhanced their skills to counter financial threats and promote a #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific.
Read the full story: dvidshub.net/news/574662/jia…
#JIATFWest w/ #USEmbassyNukualofa facilitated a Financial Investigative Techniques course in 🇹🇴 w/ instructors from @IRS_CI, who delivered hands-on training to 🇹🇴 law enforcement and judicial professionals. Securing the #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific through pacific partnership.
#JIATFWest hosted @ASW_SOLIC DASW CNGT, Mike Buemi as our special guest at the recent Change of Command.
His visit sparked critical meetings with key stakeholders across the counternarcotics mission set strengthening our joint efforts to counter transnational threats.
JIATF West retweeted
Twenty-five years ago, evil attacked our homeland.
Nearly 3,000 Americans never made it home. Firefighters, police officers, first responders, service members, and ordinary Americans answered the call with extraordinary courage.
We honor their lives. We remember their sacrifice. We will never forget.
God bless the fallen, their families, and the United States of America.
Please join us in welcoming Rear Adm. Benjamin Golightly, USCG. He assumed command as the 22nd director at #JIATFWest.
Read Rear Adm. Golightly's bio: pacom.mil/Contact/Directory/…
#JIATFWest held a change of command ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith where Rear Adm. Benjamin Golightly, USCG relieved Capt. George Howell, USN as director of #JIATFWest.
Maj Gen. Michael Drowley, Chief of Staff @USPACOM presided over the ceremony.
Read more: ow.ly/ayZV50ZJ3rK
#JIATFWest attended @DEAHQ's 40th annual International Drug Enforcement Conference #IDEC2026 #IDECXL in 🇦🇷. Under this year's theme, "Justice Through Strength and Unity," leaders from 110+ nations united in the fight against drug trafficking and transnational organized crime.
